Cār'-di-nal-bird, n.

n. (Ornith.) A sub-family of the Frangillidæ (Cardinalis Virginianus), having a fine scarlet plumage, and a high, pointed crest on its head. The males have loud and musical notes resembling those of a fife, which are constantly heard during the spring. It is also called cardinal-grosbeak. S. F. Baird.